As you can guess, the rangefinder’s laser helps pinpoint the distance between you and an object. To delve deeper, laser rangefinders typically use three different lenses: the viewfinder, the main camera lens and the reflector lens. When using the rangefinder, you look through the viewfinder and the main lens is responsible for gathering light to help the device focus. The third lens overlays the target on the viewfinder so you can pinpoint your target. When you press the button on the electronic rangefinder, a laser shoots out from the rangefinder and towards your target. The laser bounces off your target and gets sent back to the rangefinder, which immediately calculates the distance between you and it.

Because distance to your game is the most important piece of information in making an effectual shot, the use of a laser rangefinder will give you the confidence you need. Bow hunters have been using their rangefinders for years. They understand that the difference between 30 yards and 35 yards can make the difference between a success shot and or an unsuccessful hunt.

If you are one of those lucky archers who just happen to live near a local 3D archery range and who get to shoot often, then you may be one of those rare hunters with superior range estimation skills. However, for the average archer who does not get to shoot nearly as often as he would like, range estimation skills vary widely from person to person. In fact, I urge you to challenge your own range estimation skills by noting and observing a stationary object in your yard from a given vantage point and then, estimate its distance until you are certain that you have ranged it correctly. Then, when you are absolutely certain that you know how exactly far away it is, then actually measure the distance and I will be willing to bet that you will find that your estimate was incorrect! Therefore, the large majority of bow hunters could definitely benefit from employing a laser rangefinder when hunting!